Are you still texting your teens for every little thing? Are you spelling out full sentences and using proper punctuation? Well, according to etiquette experts, you’re doing it all wrong!
Composing texts for your teens doesn’t actually teach them proper communication skills. In fact, it’s likely hindering their ability to properly communicate in the real world. So put down the phone and listen up!
Experts suggest that instead of texting your teenager, you should try conveying messages through interpretive dance or using semaphore flags. Yes, that’s right. Semaphore flags. It may sound a little outdated, but it’s a surefire way to ensure your teens are learning valuable communication skills.
If you’re not sure how to communicate through interpretive dance, don’t worry. There are plenty of instructional YouTube videos available to help you perfect your moves. And as for semaphore flags, well, there’s an app for that!
So next time you’re tempted to send a text to your teen, just remember that there are more effective ways to communicate. Whether it’s through interpretive dance or semaphore flags, your teen will thank you for the valuable life lesson. And who knows, you may just discover a hidden talent for communication through dance!
